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Project Engineer

Ergon Inc.
Newell, WV Full Time
POSTED ON 9/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/8/2026
Ergon – West Virginia, Inc. in Newell, WV currently has an opening for a Project Engineer.

The Project Engineer provides technical and engineering support as needed for the development, design and implementation of miscellaneous projects.

We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family owned and we pride ourselves on maintaining a small company feel.

Project Engineer Qualifications

  • BS degree (preferably in civil or mechanical engineering).
  • Two to three years of experience in project management in a petrochemical environment is recommended.
  • Experience with Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project is recommended.

Project Engineer Responsibilities

  • Develop completed project design specifications from basic conceptual ideas with limited direction
  • Organize, prepare and conduct project review and status presentations with key personnel to further develop and review project details
  • Review project details and equipment with Maintenance personnel (supervision, engineering, technicians) to ensure maintenance interests are addressed
  • Prepare preliminary project estimates and cost justifications and completing Project
  • Approval Forms (PAFs) and other documentation as necessary for management approval of projects
  • Prepare detailed project estimates and cost justifications and developing Authorizations for Expenditure (AFEs) and other documentation as necessary for management approval of projects
  • Prepare and implement project schedules as needed for efficient completion of tasks utilizing all applicable workgroups and resources
  • Monitor progress of all project phases to verify accuracy of schedule and budget estimates
  • Secure coordinating and / or supervising contract consulting, engineering, design and vendor services for supplemental design assistance as needed to accomplish project goals
  • Specify and procure parts and equipment as needed and verify compatibility with service conditions and applicable design codes
  • Document all phases of project design, construction and installation to verify compliance with specifications, all applicable design and construction codes, recommended practices, etc.
  • Initiate, participate in, and ensure the completion of the Management of Change Procedure (including Pre-Startup Safety Reviews) for Project Engineering related activities
  • Provide project follow-up upon completion of installation including equipment file development / documentation for new and / or affected equipment, recommended preventive maintenance of equipment, acquisition of spare parts, operating procedure development, startup assistance and lessons learned documentation
  • Assist Maintenance / Engineering Department in thoroughly documenting general maintenance shutdowns, projects and lessons learned
  • Assist in development, implementation and maintenance of Engineering and Construction specifications for refinery equipment
  • Assist in the development of engineering project proposals and preparing project cost estimates for annual and quarterly budget reviews
  • Work with Maintenance / Engineering staff to continually develop and improve project and maintenance engineering techniques, policies and procedures
  • Participate in all aspects of miscellaneous project and maintenance engineering as necessary to meet the needs of Maintenance / Engineering department

The person selected must be self-motivated with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. A clean MVR is required.

Ergon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k) matching, Health, Life, Dental, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance and Profit Sharing

Ergon – West Virginia, Inc.is an EEO/AAP employer.

Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.

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